Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recognizes the academic achievement of college students, providing opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders. Membership is invitation-only and is limited to students who have completed at least 12 semester hours with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Psychology Club encourages, promotes and builds a greater understanding of the field of psychology throughout the student body, University and community. Psychology Club frequently hosts meetings, student activities, and community service work throughout the academic year. Membership is open to any student with an interest in psychology. Rio Grande Veterans Organization exists to serve as an advocate and comprehensive support apparatus for student Veterans and their families by providing information, networking opportunities, and guidance to aid in intellectual and professional success. Social Work Student Council provides a stimulant to scholastic achievement, helping students to become actively involved in voluntary social work, serve as a voice to the wants and needs of social work majors, and promotes fellowship among social work students. Student Senate works to assure that proper representation is given to all students at Rio Grande. Consisting of representatives from each academic area, Senate meets regularly during the academic year to address issues facing campus. All meetings are open to current students. University of Rio Grande Student Chapter of the Wildlife Society is a professional organization of wildlife professionals and students who are interested in conservation. Our organization’s mission is to inspire, empower, and enable wildlife professionals to sustain wildlife populations and habitats through science-based management and conservation. The Wildlife Society enhances our members’ networking and learning opportunities, professional and career development, and provides numerous ways for them to get more involved in creating a better future for wildlife and their habitats. Zeta Theta Chi stands for sisterhood, individuality, and celebrating the unique qualities of each member. They are each their own but they also stand as one. Members love to have fun while strengthening their bonds of sisterhood together. They help better the community through community services, campus events, and being available wherever they’re needed. Membership is invitation-only and is open to all female members of the University of Rio Grande.
Other Activities: Athletics Men’s intercollegiate competition is available in basketball, baseball, cross-country, track, soccer, wrestling, golf, rugby, volleyball and bowling. Women’s intercollegiate competition is available in basketball, cross-country, soccer, softball, track, volleyball, golf, rugby and bowling. Rio Grande also sponsors the following coeducational sports: cheerleading and eSports. Member: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (men and women), River States Conference (men and women), and Mid-South Conference (wrestling and men’s volleyball).
Intramurals Intramural programs, such as touch football, basketball, volleyball, sand volleyball, softball, racquetball, paintball, and a variety of board and Internet competitions, are organized for student participation. Flexibility is incorporated into the program, permitting participation of students with interests extending beyond the normal range of athletic offerings. In addition, various faiths are encouraged to form religious groups on campus, and to sponsor religious activities for their members.
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